Top High School Hoopers Set for 2026 McDonald's All-American Girls Basketball Game

The prestigious annual event will showcase the nation's elite female basketball talent on ESPN networks.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 1:35pm

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A cubist-style painting featuring overlapping geometric shapes and planes in vibrant blue, orange, and purple hues, conceptually representing the dynamic action and energy of a high-level girls' basketball game.The 2026 McDonald's All-American Girls Basketball Game will showcase the next generation of elite female basketball talent on the national stage.Johnston Today

The 2026 McDonald's All-American Girls Basketball Game is set to tip off on Tuesday night at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona. The event will feature 24 of the country's top high school basketball players from across the nation, representing a diverse array of nationally ranked programs.

Why it matters

The McDonald's All-American Game is one of the most prestigious annual showcases for elite high school basketball talent, providing a national platform for the best up-and-coming players to display their skills before moving on to the college ranks.

The details

The girls game will precede the boys contest, with tipoff scheduled for 7 p.m. Eastern Time. Fans will be able to watch the action live on ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, the ESPN App, and Fubo TV. The roster features a number of highly touted recruits, including the nation's top-ranked point guard Kate Harpring (North Carolina signee) and top-ranked power forward Oliviyah Edwards (Tennessee signee).

  • The 2026 McDonald's All-American Girls Basketball Game will take place on Tuesday, March 31.
  • Tipoff for the girls game is set for 7 p.m. Eastern Time, before the boys game at 9 p.m. ET.

The players

Kate Harpring

A point guard from Marist High School in Georgia, Harpring is the nation's second-ranked overall prospect and top-ranked point guard, having signed with the University of North Carolina.

Oliviyah Edwards

A power forward from Elite Sports Academy in Washington, Edwards is the nation's fourth-ranked overall prospect and top-ranked power forward, having signed with the University of Tennessee.

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What they’re saying

“The McDonald's All-American Game is a dream come true for these young hoopers. It's a chance to showcase their talents on the national stage before taking their games to the college level.”

— Andy Villamarzo, on3.com Reporter

What’s next

Fans can follow the action and stay up-to-date on high school girls basketball throughout the season using the comprehensive Rivals High School Scoreboard, which provides real-time scores and updates from across the country.

The takeaway

The 2026 McDonald's All-American Girls Basketball Game will bring together the nation's elite high school talent, giving fans a glimpse of the future stars of women's college and professional basketball.